Yandy Smith (VH1) & Angela Yee (Power 105.1) To Host Book Tour Kick-Off For Tashera Simmons

NEW YORK - Oct. 28, 2013 - PRLog -- New York - October 28, 2013 (pitchengine.com) - MBP Publications, an affiliate of RHP Distribution, has recently published "You Think You Know But You Have No Idea" by Tashera Simmons. An in-depth memoir, the book chronicles the life of Tashera Simmonsin an emotionally touching story that truly opens up to detailing her life before, during and after her marriage to infamous rapper - DMX. With the city of New York serving as the ideal backdrop for the kick -off to this national book tour,  Yandy Smith (VH1 Love and Hip Hop and Angela Yee (Power 105.1 NY) will host this conversation and cocktails themed affair. Open to the public, this event will be held at Katra Lounge located at 271 Bowery on Monday, November 4th from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

MPB Publications is quickly becoming a recognizable face in the literary landscape. Amassing an impressive list of authors, the publishing house recently made a huge splash at the 2013 Essence Festival and continues to create a new lane in the world of publishing.

Tashera Simmons, recently known for being on TLC's Starter Wives, grew up in Yonkers, New York with her mother, father, and seven siblings. Simmons first met her rapper husband, DMX at age 11. They began dating when she turned 18; he was also living in Yonkers at that time. Simmons is estranged and legally separated from her on and off again jailed husband Earl Simmons, better known by his stage name of 'DMX'. This mother, author and business woman wrote "You Think You Know But You Have No Idea" to let the world know her side of the story and provide an air of truth to what has unfortunately been misconstrued in the media. "This book is not a negative tell - all, rather I wanted to use this outlet as a chance to expound on how despite the adversities and turmoil I faced, I am still able to rise with a positive outlook on life and an appreciation for all the things that have come my way", states Tasher Simmons. Having experienced domestic violence, Simmons is using her story to be an advocate for women experiencing domestic violence and will also partner will local domestic violence organizations along her tour as well as donating partial proceeds from all sales to this cause.

Receiving praise from Iyanla Vanzant , Hilary Clinton, and more Simmons book provides readers with a chance to hear and how despite hardships,  she continues to strive for success while living her life on a platform for the world to see.
Join Yandy, Angle Yee and MBP Publications at the official book tour launch on Monday, November 4th at Katra Lounge for a night of transparent conversation, inspirational healing and overall empowerment.

RSVP By Pre-Purchasing Your Copy Of The Book For The NY Tour Stop:

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ABOUT MBP PUBLICATIONS

MBP Publications is a pop culture/ progressive entertainment publishing house. Established in 2006 by Random House/ Nikki Turner Presents Author/Founder Monique S. Hall. A New York Times Bestselling Author, Hall used writing as an outlet to overcome tragedy and provides a top tier forum for authors to voice their stories to the world.

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QUOTES & PRAISE FOR TASHERA SIMMONS:

"You are an amazing women & Mother, You have to start living for yourself" -  Iyanla Vanzant

"You are one of the most strongest women I know" - Angelina maverick (Couples Therapy)

"You are such an inspiration women..."  - Reichen Lehmkuhl

"I am so amazed how strong you are & how you kept your family together, once your story is told u will be such an inspiration! Don't loose your drive" - Hilary Clinton